Pharmaceutical Industry — Mains Questions

Analyze the challenges and opportunities for India's pharmaceutical industry in the post-COVID era. How can government policies address the sector's vulnerabilities while maintaining its global competitiveness?

Evaluate the effectiveness of India's drug pricing policy under DPCO 2013. How does it balance the objectives of affordable healthcare access and industry sustainability?

Discuss the implications of the Patents Act 2005 for India's pharmaceutical industry. How has the industry adapted to the TRIPS-compliant patent regime?